Amex reports that the rate of new card sign-ups has increased twofold since launching its expensive new Platinum card.
Consumers Still Crave Elite Credit Cards Despite Fee Increases Despite fee hikes reaching into the hundreds of dollars, the appetite for premium credit cards remains strong among consumers. During a recent earnings call, American Express executives noted that early interest in the newly redesigned Platinum card has surpassed their expectations. CEO Stephen Squery mentioned, “New […]
Ways to Reclaim the Annual Fee for the Amex Platinum Using 3 Simple Credits
Are you ready for this? You might want to brace yourself. The *Amex Platinum* has been recently updated with new features aimed at helping users save money—along with impressive perks. Sure, the annual fee might turn some heads, but I believe it’s totally justifiable. It really is a bit crazy. This card now provides over […]
Did Amex Subtly Eliminate Its ‘Once Per Lifetime’ Policy for Welcome Offers?
Changes to American Express Welcome Offers: What You Need to Know For a long time, American Express maintained a clear rule: you could only earn the welcome offer on each card once per lifetime. But this longstanding guideline may now have a different interpretation. I decided to test it out and was quite surprised by […]
Amex Platinum authorized user card compared to the companion card: Which option is better for your family and friends?
The American Express Platinum Card offers significant value, with many benefits that aren’t just for the primary cardholder. There are two ways to extend the perks of the Amex Platinum: you can share them with a partner, child, friend, or someone else in your circle. But, it’s not really straightforward—it’s important to weigh your options. […]
A Loyal Customer for 25 Years: What Amex Gave Me Was Silence
Member since 2000: 25 years of loyalty to AMEX – What I got was silence Recently, I closed my Marriott American Express account, which had been around for 25 years, originally starting as Starwood Amex. The longevity of accounts is a significant aspect of what American Express stands for. The “member” date is displayed right […]
Ways to Utilize Your Amex Platinum Lululemon Credits (Including Gift Cards)
Utilizing Your Amex Platinum Lululemon Credit As I dive into my travel experiences, I find myself keeping track of various elements, like new hotels, airline routes, and of course, those enticing rewards points. Recently, I picked up one of those “saving money” credit cards—the Amex Platinum, which just got a significant upgrade. This card now […]
Ways to obtain $1,000 in value from three Amex Business Platinum perks
Annual Fee Increases for Travel Reward Credit Cards Annual fee hikes have become a fixture of travel reward credit cards, and honestly, I don’t foresee that changing anytime soon. On the brighter side, many of these increases come with revamped perks and benefits. Sometimes, these updates can really work in your favor. For me, this […]
Top items to buy with the $75 Amex Platinum Lululemon credit
New Perks for Amex Platinum Holders Premium credit cards are evolving, moving beyond just travel benefits. The latest updates for the American Express Platinum Card bring exciting advantages that can enhance daily life. Generation Z and Millennials, you might want to celebrate! The Amex Platinum now includes a quarterly credit of up to $75 (totaling […]
Why the Amex Platinum fee hike was received more positively than that of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card
Amex Raises Platinum Card Fees Significantly American Express has increased its annual fees for the platinum card from $200 to $895, and the change seems to have stirred quite a bit of conversation. This new fee is quite a leap, especially if you compare it to earlier this year when Chase hiked the Sapphire Reserve […]
AmEx announces updates to the Platinum card featuring new benefits and a significant $895 fee.
American Express Upgrades US Platinum Card American Express has revealed an eagerly anticipated enhancement to its US Platinum Card. On Thursday, the company announced new benefits amounting to over $3,500 annually, while also increasing the annual fee by $200. This adjustment is part of a broader strategy that Amex has long relied on. The credit […]